ShareSTAFF is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Gardner, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 32 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Essential Functions
Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals.
Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures.
Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patients sense of dignity and positive self-regard.
Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning.
Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary.
Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others.
Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.).
Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards.
Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care.
Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.).
Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents).
Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address.
Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physicians orders, protocols, policies and procedures.
Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale.
Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients response to medication.
Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending provider.
Interprets and documents patient cardiac rate, rhythm and configuration (PR ST segment) and initiates appropriate treatment plan based on provider orders.
Provides ongoing assessment and teaching to the surgical patient/family, utilizing current standards and protocols.
Recognizes normal and deviant progress patterns and reports problems or concerns to physician in a timely manner.
Utilizes pain management devices and other techniques to ensure proper pain relief.
Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots other equipment related to the surgical patient such as; traction/orthopedic equipment/devices, feeding pumps, chest tubes and drains, etc.
Statement of Other Duties
This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.
Functional Demands
Physical Requirements
Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees).
Organizational Expectations
Behavioral Attributes
The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking, and information seeking.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Minimum Work Experience
1 year Med/Surg experience preferred
1 year Telemetry experience preferred
1 yr Pediatrics experience preferred
Minimum Licenses and Certifications
Current MA RN license
ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire
PALS preferred
Required Skills
Demonstrates mature professional behaviors, (i.e. tact, empathy and diplomacy)
Promotes a positive working environment
ShareSTAFF Job ID #295804. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 32 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ShareSTAFF
Location: Headquartered in Northern California with nationwide reach
At ShareSTAFF, we connect talent with opportunity across multiple industries, with a strong focus on healthcare. With over 25 years of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in staffing solutions, consistently delivering excellence and innovation in workforce management.
Why Work with Us?
ShareSTAFF is dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for all our professionals. We understand the importance of matching the right talent to the right roles, ensuring not just a job placement, but a true fit for long-term success. Our comprehensive approach to staffing includes:
- Tailored Matchmaking: Utilizing sophisticated matching algorithms combined with a personal touch to place professionals where they can thrive.
- Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training, certifications, and feedback.
- Competitive Benefits: Offering competitive salary packages, comprehensive health benefits, and flexible work schedules to accommodate the personal needs of our staff.
Join ShareSTAFF to be part of a team that values integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence. Whether you're seeking temporary, contract-to-hire, or permanent positions, we’re here to support you in finding the next step in your career.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Referral bonus
